Occupational Therapist

Occupational Therapist 8.7 Work-LifeFull-Time

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Job Description

Occupational Therapist - Join Our Team Today!

Do you love working with kids and young adults, empowering them to thrive and connect with the world around them? At Synaptic Pediatric Therapies, we're on a mission to transform young lives through compassionate care, individualized treatments, and collaborative teamwork. We're looking for passionate Occupational Therapists (new grads and experienced OTs alike) to join our dynamic, supportive, and inspiring team!

What You'll Do as an Occupational Therapist

As part of our caring OT team, you will:

Evaluate and treat diverse pediatric needs, including developmental delays, neurological conditions, sensory processing challenges, and more.

Develop individualized Plans of Care to help your clients thrive in daily activities like play, education, self-care, and social participation.

  • Collaborate with families for skill carryover and resources.
  • Stay current with professional development and evidence-based practices.
  • Maintain documentation, adhering to HIPAA guidelines and ethical practices.

Who You Are as an Occupational Therapist

You're a Compassionate and Skilled OT With

A valid Texas state license to practice Occupational Therapy and adherence to the Texas Practice Act & Rules and AOTA Code of Ethics.

  • Experience (or passion to gain experience!) working with children and families in a therapeutic setting.
  • A knack for promoting independence with gross/fine motor skills, sensory regulation, and cognitive development.
  • Skilled in promoting independence across gross/fine motor, sensory regulation, and cognitive development.
  • Strong documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
  • A commitment to professional growth and evidence-based practices.

Why Join Synaptic Pediatric Therapies as an Occupational Therapist?

We're not just a workplace; we're a team dedicated to making an impact. Here's what you can expect:

A Supportive Environment for an Occupational Therapist

  • Weekly (not daily!) notes deadlines, giving you flexibility between sessions.
  • A team that values collaboration, mentorship, and empowering its therapists.
  • Career development

Exceptional Benefits for Occupational Therapists

  • Flexible Schedule: Work Monday-Thursday, with Fridays reserved for make-up appointments or documentation.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 25-day time-off bank + major holidays off.
  • PTO accrual program (average of 12-18 paid days/year).
  • CEU reimbursement and ongoing professional development opportunities.

State-of-the-Art Facilities for an Occupational Therapist

Private therapy rooms and access to a well-equipped OT gym.

Your own therapy materials budget to support your creative interventions.

Who We're Looking For as an Occupational Therapist

We want OTs who love working with kids and families as much as we do! If you're ready to bring your expertise, compassion, and creativity to our team, we'd love to meet you!

Ready to Start Your SPT Journey? Apply today!

Key Responsibilities

The Occupational Therapist will evaluate and treat pediatric clients with diverse needs, developing individualized plans of care to improve daily functioning. They will also collaborate with families to ensure skill carryover and maintain accurate documentation in accordance with ethical and HIPAA standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Texas state license to practice Occupational Therapy and adhere to the Texas Practice Act. Experience or a strong passion for working with children and families in a therapeutic setting is required.

Key Skills

Pediatric therapyIndividualized treatment planningGross motor skillsEvidence-based practiceHIPAA compliance

Occupational Therapist Career Context

In Texas, the Occupational Therapy weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$94k (221 salary observations; 3,012 listings), vs ~$97k nationally (5,263 salary observations; 28,727 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

What does the Occupational Therapy market look like in Texas?
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score8.7 / 10 · top 5% in occupational therapyranked against 9,068 Occupational Therapy listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedOccupational Therapy median $96k (middle half $89k–$103k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Texas vs national$94k median in Texas$97k nationally (−3%)221 state / 5,263 national salary observations
Cost of livingTexas index 97.1US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Occupational Therapy listings in Texas904 active8,932 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 6% remote · 30% no call · 68% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTexas occupational therapist listings (all specialties): 8% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 6% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Occupational Therapy listings3,211 in the last 30 days1,611 the 30 days before (+99%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Occupational Therapy pay trend+4.4% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (9,068 Occupational Therapy listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Occupational Therapist at Synaptic Pediatric Therapies a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 5% in Occupational Therapy — ranked against 9,068 active Occupational Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc.

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Occupational Therapist Jobs

39 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

37 jobs · 27 employers
5
<$95k
17
$95k-115k
7
$115k-135k
6
$135k-155k
2
$156k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

34 jobs · 27 employers
401k / retirement match
97%
CME allowance
65% this job
Sign-on bonus
29%
Loan repayment
15%
Relocation assistance
3%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

#1

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Concierge Home Care · Melbourne, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#2

Occupational Therapist (OT) – Flexible ScheduleContract

Concierge Home Care · Brandon, Florida

$70-$75/hr
#3

School-Based Occupational Therapist (OT)

$67-$73/hr
#4

Occupational Therapist Marlboro NJ

$140k
+ 37 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 8.7
Among the best 10% of Occupational Therapy listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 9,068 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Synaptic Pediatric Therapies

Hospitals and Health Care
Richardson, TX
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
25-day time-off bank plus major holidays
PTO accrual (12-18 paid days/year)
CEU reimbursement
Flexible schedule (Mon-Thu)
State-of-the-art facilities
Therapy materials budget

Living in Garland

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$274k
Typical market rent
$1,560/mo
Residents’ average commute
30 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.